Law Summary
Objective of the Executive Order
- To enhance coordination of policies and programs by consolidating related functions.
- Specifically, to place the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) under the supervision and control of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).
Rationale for the Transfer
- The DSWD is recognized as the principal government agency responsible for implementing the State’s commitment to care, protection, and rehabilitation of individuals, families, and communities.
- PCSO is tasked with raising and providing funds primarily for health programs, medical assistance and services, and national charities.
- Placing PCSO under DSWD supervision is practical to ensure better alignment and cooperation between these agencies with overlapping social welfare objectives.
Key Provisions of the Executive Order
- Section 1: The PCSO shall be under the supervision and control of the DSWD.
- Section 2: Any prior orders, issuances, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are explicitly repealed or modified accordingly.
- Section 3: The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.
Scope and Effectivity
- The Executive Order affects the administrative oversight structure of the PCSO by placing it under DSWD control.
- It implies managerial and policy supervision by DSWD over PCSO but does not necessarily alter PCSO’s primary mandates.
- Ensures continuity and alignment of government efforts in social welfare and health assistance.
Implementation and Legal Impact
- The order formalizes the relationship between DSWD and PCSO, streamlining coordination efforts.
- Repeal clause prevents conflicting administrative issuances that may undermine this reorganization.
- Immediate effectivity facilitates prompt execution and adjustment by both agencies.
Signatories and Formalization
- Signed by the President of the Philippines, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
- Certified by the Executive Secretary, Eduardo R. Ermita, confirming the authenticity and authority of the order.
Summary
The Executive Order exercises presidential authority to restructure government agencies for optimized delivery of social welfare services by placing the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office under the Department of Social Welfare and Development, ensuring coordinated policy implementation and resource management aligned with national welfare objectives.